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Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Nov 21 7:48am | Replies (1935)
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@chiara58

From what I understand, BC I test is given to patients with initial stage 1 to 3 cancer, and you have to fill a requirements form. I am in the same situation. After talking to my oncologist, I am stopping anastrozole now and switching to EXEMESTANE, which apparently is better tolerated. Why not prescribe EXEMESTANE to begin with then? Because of insurance.... They won't cover it unless Dr. says you can't tolerate anastrozole any longer... Unbelievable. Good luck to you. Stay positive. I really believe in the power of a strong and positive attitude.

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kathyomaha55 | @kathyomaha55 | Jan 5 4:32pm

I had Stage 1 IDC with no lymph node involvement. I got the Oncodx Type test & was a 22. So I could skip chemo but had lumpectomy & radiation. I also was given anastrozole first - after 6 months my hands, Shoulders and toes hurt so bad. I threatened to go off all meds if it was not switched. They sent me to a rheumatologist to eliminate my hand pain as arthritis. I was finally switched to exemestane and after about 2 or 3 months the joint pain faded. I don't know if she first prescribed the initial drug because of insurance. Good luck reaching the 5 year mark.

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